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Thailand to implement facial recognition at 6 airports in December
- Thailand is set to introduce facial recognition at six of its airports in December 2024
- The rollout will begin exclusively for domestic passengers with international passengers gaining access from December 1
- The biometric check-in system is expected to streamline the travel experience and smooth passenger flow, reducing wait times amid increased demand
- Passengers with biometric-enabled passport can use facial recognition at check-in kiosks to verify their identity, removing the need for multiple passport checks
- The new system will be implemented across six airports: Suvarnabhumi International Airport (Bangkok), Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok), Chiang Mai International Airport, Mae Fah Luang/Chiang Rai International Airport, Phuket International Airport, and Hat Yai International Airport
- Thailand's integration of facial recognition technology is part of a broader trend globally
- Singapore has already introduced and fully rolled out its passport-less immigration system at Changi Airport
- Thailand's growing tourism industry, with over 26 million visits recorded from January to September 2024, underscores the timeliness of these new measures
- Privacy and access concerns remain, including how non-biometric passport holders will navigate the new system, and how their data will be stored and used post-travel
- Overall, Thailand's integration of facial recognition technology offers significant benefits for passengers, including faster check-ins, and enhanced security and convenience throughout the airport experience
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